Steering; Front Fork - Suzuki AN650 2002 Service Manual

2-26 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
TIRE PRESSURE
If the tire pressure is too high or too low, steering will be
adversely affected and tire wear increased. Therefore, maintain
the correct tire pressure for good roadability or shorter tire life
will result. Cold inflation tire pressure is as follows.
COLD INFLATION
TIRE PRESSURE
kPa kgf/cm²
FRONT 225
REAR 250
The standard tire fitted on this motorcycle is 120/70
R15M/C 56H for front and 160/60 R14M/C 65H for rear.
The use of tires other than those specified may cause
instability. It is highly recommended to use a SUZUKI
Genuine Tire.
TIRE TYPE
BRIDGESTONE (Front: TH01F Rear: TH01R)

STEERING

Inspect initially at 1 000 km (600 miles, 1 month) and
every 12 000 km (7 500 miles, 12 months) thereafter.
Steering should be adjusted properly for smooth turning of han-
dlebars and safe running. Overtight steering prevents smooth
turning of the handlebars and too loose steering will cause poor
stability. Check that there is no play in the steering stem while
grasping the lower fork tubes by supporting the machine so that
the front wheel is off the ground, with the wheel straight ahead,
and pull forward. If play is found, perform steering bearing
adjustment as described in page 9-46 of this manual.

FRONT FORK

Inspect every 12 000 km (7 500 miles, 12 months).
Inspect the front forks for oil leakage, scoring or scratches on
the outer surface of the inner tubes. Replace any defective
parts, if necessary. (
SOLO RINDING DUAL RIDING
psi kPa kgf/cm²
2.25 33 225
2.50 36 280
9-32)
psi
2.25 33
2.80 41